Waterproofers Association of India (WAI) honoured Samir Surlaker, Director, Assess Build Chem Private Limited by conferring him with the “Lifetime Achievement Award”.
The award was presented to Surlaker for his contributions to the fields of Concrete Technology, Construction Chemicals and above all to Waterproofing, Repair and Rehabilitation.
The citation to his award stated, “As a mentor to hundreds of waterproofing professionals, Surlaker has shared his vast knowledge and experience, inspiring many to reach new heights in their careers. His leadership and vision have guided the industry toward adopting modern, effective solutions for waterproofing challenges”.
As per the press release, Surlaker is a civil and structural engineer with over 45 years of international experience in concrete, construction chemicals, concrete repair and protection, injection systems, waterproofing, etc. across Europe, Asia and India. Surlaker pioneered the cause of manufacturing of construction chemicals in India, with a German JV in the mid-1980s.
He co-authored handbook of Advanced Concrete Technology, ICI handbooks on admixtures, waterproofing and industrial floorings. He is member of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the IRC B-8 committee for repairs and rehabilitation of bridges. He is the chairman of CIDC Codes Committee for waterproofing, repairs and rehabilitation.
In addition to the award, Er. Samir Surlaker, has been conferred the prestigious CIDC Vishwakarma award in the Category of “Industry Doyen”, as recognition of his 45 years of service in construction chemicals (CC) Industry. He received several awards including, the ACCE Gourav Award, Outstanding Contribution to Concrete Technology Award, 2005 (ICI), and ICI Outstanding Concrete Engineer Award amongst many others.
